Annual Flowers & Plants | Four Seasons Greenhouse Cortez CO

Understanding Annuals

Annual plants follow a specific growth pattern:

Emerge from seed in spring

Produce flowers throughout the season

Set seeds for reproduction

Complete their lifecycle within one year

This natural cycle makes annuals prolific bloomers. Removing spent flowers (deadheading) encourages the plant to produce more blooms as it continues its mission to set seed.

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Types of Annuals for Southwest Colorado

Hardy Annuals

These resilient plants withstand light frost and often self-seed:

Continue blooming into autumn

May return from self-seeding

Provide extended seasonal color

Adapt well to temperature fluctuations

Understanding Annuals

Annual plants follow a specific growth pattern:

Emerge from seed in spring

Produce flowers throughout the season

Set seeds for reproduction

Complete their lifecycle within one year

This natural cycle makes annuals prolific bloomers. Removing spent flowers (deadheading) encourages the plant to produce more blooms as it continues its mission to set seed.

Types of Annuals for Southwest Colorado

Hardy Annuals

These resilient plants withstand light frost and often self-seed:

Continue blooming into autumn

May return from self-seeding

Provide extended seasonal color

Adapt well to temperature fluctuations

Seasonal Performance Groups

Cool-Season Annuals

Thrive in spring and fall:

Pansies

Calendula

Snapdragons

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Warm-Season Annuals

Peak during summer heat:

Zinnias

Petunias

Marigolds

Sun-loving varieties

Seasonal Performance Groups

Cool-Season Annuals

Thrive in spring and fall:

Pansies

Calendula

Snapdragons

Stock

Warm-Season Annuals

Peak during summer heat:

Zinnias

Petunias

Marigolds

Sun-loving varieties

Four Seasons’ Growing Standards

Our greenhouse-grown annuals offer several advantages:

Acclimated to local conditions

Selected for regional performance

Ready to thrive in your garden

Healthy, vigorous root systems

Plant Selection Philosophy

We carefully evaluate every variety we grow:

Testing new introductions for local adaptation

Selecting proven performers

Focusing on drought-tolerance

Evaluating cold hardiness

Maintaining plant health standards

Growing Success Tips

Maximize the performance of your annual flowers:

Plant after danger of frost (or be prepared to protect!)

Group plants by water needs

Monitor soil moisture

Maintain regular deadheading

Adjust care seasonally

Visit Four Seasons Greenhouse & Nursery to explore our selection of locally grown annuals. Our experienced staff will help you choose the right plants for your specific growing conditions and provide expert care guidance for a successful flower garden.